British Columbia - Canada   2026-11-07   Saturday   50.11N, -120.79W

Merritt

British Columbia - Canada
2026-11-07

special weather statement in effect

Issue date: 2026-11-07T01:15+00:00

What:Moderate to strong gusty winds.When:Now till late this evening.Where:- Nicola- Coquihalla Highway - Hope to Merritt- Coquihalla Highway - Merritt to Kamloops- Okanagan Connector - Merritt to KelownaAdditional information:A strong low pressure system is approaching the B.C. coast and is bringing a prolonged period of southeast winds with gusts ranging from 60-80 km/h to the B.C. Interior and highway passes. This evening an incoming cold front will bring a strong push of southwest winds, with gusts potentially reaching 90 km/h. Winds are expected to gradually ease overnight.Another potentially strong storm is set to follow on Saturday evening. High-sided vehicles may be pushed around by strong crosswinds. Parks and forests areas may sustain damage.###Weather in the mountains can change suddenly resulting in hazardous driving conditions.Road conditions are available at https://www.drivebc.ca/.Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to BCstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on social media using #BCStorm.